Annan Guardedly OKs U.N. Team in Iraq: "U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan cautiously supported an American and Iraqi request that a U.N team study whether Iraq could have quick, direct elections for a transitional government. (AP)"

Dead UK Soldier's Flak Jacket Burned Over Bio Fears: "The flak jacket worn by a Britishsoldier shot dead in the chest during the first days of the warin Iraq was later burned because it represented a potentialhealth hazard, the Ministry of Defense said on Tuesday. (Reuters)"

Annan mulls sending UN mission to Iraq: "UN Secretary General Kofi Annan said he would consider sending a UN team to Iraq in a move the United States hopes will quell opposition to its plans for the future Iraqi government. (AFP)"

Iraq's Interim Gov't to Combat Corruption: "Iraq's interim administration is establishing an office to combat corruption and abuse of power in a step toward ridding the country of one legacy of Saddam Hussein's rule. (AP)"

"We're coming with a mighty force to end the reign of your
oppressors," Bush said, addressing Iraqis who might be
listening from afar. "We are coming to bring you food and
medicine and a better life. And we are coming and we will
not stop, we will not relent until your country is free."
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